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Integrating mindfulness principles and practices into your life can help you cope with everyday life and deal with tough times. They can also help you concentrate, relax and be more productive, which are all things which will help you gain higher academic achievements and overall wellbeing.
Here you will find key information about mindfulness, the Curtin’s mindfulness support services and where to find additional mindfulness support and resources.
What is mindfulness?
Professor Jon Kabat- Zinn describes mindfulness as an awareness that arises through paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgementally in the service of self-understanding. Mindfulness principles and practices are designed to offer you greater insight and awareness through observing our own mind. Regular practice can help us better manage stress, improve our focus, respond more proactively, and engage more fully in life.
Support at Curtin
Use the support network at Curtin University to learn how to effectively recognise and manage symptoms of perfectionism. Professional confidentiality is taken seriously at Curtin’s Psychological and Counselling Services and AccessAbility Services, so any information discussed will remain private unless you or others are in danger or if legally obligated to disclose.
Attend one of our group programs and/or workshops to connect with like-minded people, learn about evidence-based psychological science and support, bust myths and stigma around mental health and neurodiversity, and learn practical skills to self-manage your health and wellbeing.
If you experiencing mental health concerns that cause significant distress or impairment in important areas of functioning and would like to explore mindfulness as a treatment option, book an appointment with one of our counsellors.
Explore the extensive range of clinical services the Curtin clinics has to offer. From speech pathology and exercise programs to physiotherapy and psychology, they offer a range of services for children and adults open to the public.
Visit the clinics webpage for more information about their services.
An excellent way to become more present, connect with people, and look after your overall health and wellbeing is to exercise. Explore the range of sports and recreation programs, social and competitive opportunities, and fitness memberships Curtin sport and recreation has to offer.
Visit the sport and recreation website for more information about what’s on and how to register.
